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Camp Kinderland - 2

Camp Kinderland · $1,499/week

Camp Kinderland is an overnight camp in Tolland, MA, offering a progressive, secular Jewish cultural experience focused on social justice, arts, and outdoor ...

▌ Editor's read Camp Kinderland's website loads successfully and presents as a legitimate overnight camp. It is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) with an expiration year of 2025, indicating adherence to industry-recognized standards for health, safety, and program quality. The camp, founded in 1923, has been operating for over 80 years, showcasing a rich history and experience in youth development. It is structured as a non-profit organization. The website explicitly states that 'all staff undergo background checks,' which is a significant safety measure. The program is clearly an overnight camp, offering a blend of arts, sports, and social justice education. Google reviews for Camp Kinderland show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 55 reviews, with many reviewers praising its unique progressive values and inclusive community. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @campkinderland and a Facebook handle 'campkinderland'.
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ACA-accredited~300 standards audited
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Since 194680+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 9–10

Camp Kinderland - 2 sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right overnight/sleepaway fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Yes
Established
1946 (80 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 9–10
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 1543 Colebrook River Road, Tolland, MA 01034, USA
  • Cost notes: USD. Costs vary by session length: 2 weeks ($2997), 3 weeks ($4245), 4 weeks ($5660), 7 weeks ($8960). Bus fee is $60 each way. 5% sibling discount available. Payment plans and scholarships are available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Camp Kinderland - 2

What ages does Camp Kinderland - 2 accept?
Camp Kinderland - 2 is open to children ages 9–10. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Camp Kinderland - 2 cost?
Camp Kinderland - 2 publishes $1,499/week for the standard session. USD. Costs vary by session length: 2 weeks ($2997), 3 weeks ($4245), 4 weeks ($5660), 7 weeks ($8960). Bus fee is $60 each way. 5% sibling discount available. Payment plans and scholarships are available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Camp Kinderland - 2's hours?
Camp Kinderland - 2 runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Is Camp Kinderland - 2 accredited?
Yes — Camp Kinderland - 2 is accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA) and has been operating for 80 years. ACA accreditation means the camp has been audited against ~300 health, safety, and program-quality standards covering staffing, supervision ratios, emergency response, and program design.
Who runs Camp Kinderland - 2?
Camp Kinderland - 2 is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 80 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Camp Kinderland - 2 provide lunch?
Camp Kinderland - 2 does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Camp Kinderland - 2 compare to other overnight/sleepaway camps in Tolland?
Camp Kinderland - 2 is one of 14 overnight/sleepaway camps in Tolland that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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